About
Dr. Jan Price earned her undergraduate degree summa cum laude from Dickinson College, where she gained membership in Phi Beta Kappa. She then completed her medical degree at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, receiving multiple honors along the way. Her internal medicine residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center culminated in her selection as Chief Resident.
Dr. Price spent her entire career at VUMC before joining MD2 Nashville. She held dual roles as an attending physician and assistant professor of clinical medicine at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. She also served as a geriatric service attending, a clinical skills instructor, and a preceptor for medical students and nurse practitioners. Her peers named her Best Doctor in Nashville and Tennessee, and she has held the Five Star Service Excellence award since 2007. She holds board certification in internal medicine and belongs to the American College of Physicians and the Society of Hospital Medicine.
Education & Training
Undergraduate
Dickinson College, B.S. (summa cum laude, Phi Beta Kappa)
Medical School
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Residency
Internal Medicine, Vanderbilt University Medical Center (Chief Resident)
Additional Training
Assistant Professor of Clinical Medicine, Vanderbilt University School of Medicine; Geriatric service attending
Certifications
Who is Dr. Price right for?
Dr. Price is a strong fit for adults seeking a seasoned internist with deep expertise in preventive and evidence-based medicine. Patients managing chronic conditions or navigating complex health histories benefit from her thorough diagnostic approach. She works well with individuals who value a long-term physician relationship built on continuity and trust. Patients looking for a doctor who actively coordinates specialist care will find her approach particularly valuable.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Price specializes in internal medicine and preventive care. She focuses on evidence-based medicine and applies a thorough diagnostic approach to each patient. Her career at Vanderbilt covered a wide range of adult health needs, from chronic disease management to geriatric care.
Yes, Dr. Price holds board certification in internal medicine. She is also a member of the American College of Physicians and the Society of Hospital Medicine.
Dr. Price earned her medical degree from Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She completed her internal medicine residency at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, where she rose to the rank of Chief Resident.
Dr. Price has received the Patients Choice Award multiple times. Her peers have named her Best Doctor in Nashville and Tennessee. She has also held the Five Star Service Excellence award since 2007.
Dr. Price served as an attending physician and assistant professor of clinical medicine at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine. She also worked as a geriatric service attending, a clinical skills instructor, and a preceptor for medical students and nurse practitioners. She held those roles throughout her career at VUMC.
Yes. MD2 Nashville physicians visit their patients during hospital stays. Dr. Price coordinates directly with specialists and advocates for her patients throughout any hospitalization, rather than transferring care to a hospitalist.
Dr. Price grounds her practice in evidence-based medicine and early detection. She incorporates comprehensive annual physicals, blood panels, cardiovascular screening, and cancer evaluations into her care plans. Her goal is to identify and address health risks before they become serious problems.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026